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Those strange little "quirks" during pregnancy, have you fallen for them?
Many expectant mothers may experience significant changes in their taste during pregnancy. For example, they might develop a love for foods they previously disliked, while foods they once enjoyed may no longer appeal to them. Even more 'strange' is that, in addition to changes in taste, some expectant mothers may also develop some peculiar 'quirks.' Come and see if you have been affected!
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Many expectant mothers experience significant changes in taste during pregnancy.
For example, they may develop a liking for foods they previously disliked.
Foods they once enjoyed may also become unappealing.
Even more 'peculiar' is that, in addition to changes in taste,
some expectant mothers may develop strange 'quirks'.
Come and see if you have experienced any of these!
Liking to smell strange odors.
In the early stages of pregnancy, some expectant mothers may be particularly sensitive to smells; sometimes just a whiff of cooking oil or fishy odors can make them feel nauseous. Others may take a different approach and develop a fondness for some odd smells, sometimes even wishing they could take a bite.
Netizen 1:
When I was pregnant, I loved the smell of mold from the dampness in the house; it smelled so good!!! Every time I opened the kitchen cabinet, I would take a deep breath.Netizen 2:
Pregnancy quirks! I was crazy about the smell of laundry detergent mixed with water, just like when I was a child and loved the smell of gasoline, wishing I could drink it.Netizen 3:
When I was pregnant, I liked the smell of camphor balls; I would place two on my bedside table before sleeping, but later my family said camphor balls were bad for the baby and threw them away.Doctor's advice:
During pregnancy, hormonal changes may lead expectant mothers to enjoy some strange smells, but generally, this does not significantly affect their health or the fetus. After the first three months, these cravings usually diminish. However, if there is an extreme liking for a certain 'peculiar' smell, it may indicate a deficiency in certain nutrients, especially iron!Therefore, if an expectant mother develops such strange cravings, it is important to take them seriously and get checked; if she finds herself drawn to the smells of chemical substances or harmful materials, she must control herself, as long-term inhalation can be harmful to both herself and the baby.
Liking to eat strange 'foods'.
Some experienced fathers may deeply understand that expectant mothers can suddenly crave various strange-flavored foods in the middle of the night, such as meals from specific places, undercooked strawberries, or even chili oil-flavored ice cream... These food cravings, while requiring fathers to run around, generally do not have a significant impact on the health of the mother and baby. However, if there are strange 'pica' cravings, caution is warranted.
When I was pregnant, I wanted to eat cement; the second floor of my house was under renovation, and it smelled strongly of cement, so I would move a stool up there every day to smell it...?
When I was pregnant, I loved the smell of mold from the dampness in the house; it smelled so good!!! Every time I opened the kitchen cabinet, I would take a deep breath.While pregnant, I secretly ate dirt; it's not an exaggeration, it was delicious.
Pregnancy quirks! I was crazy about the smell of laundry detergent mixed with water, just like when I was a child and loved the smell of gasoline, wishing I could drink it.When I was pregnant, I surprisingly developed a love for eggshells; every time my husband cracked an egg, I would ask him to bring me the eggshells. Watching me crunch them happily, my husband was left speechless! He was so scared that he quickly took me to the hospital for a check-up, worried that I was severely calcium deficient!
When I was pregnant, I liked the smell of camphor balls; I would place two on my bedside table before sleeping, but later my family said camphor balls were bad for the baby and threw them away.Many people like to associate changes in taste during pregnancy with the baby's gender, but these are actually normal physiological responses during pregnancy. However, it is important to pay attention to dietary restrictions, avoid raw foods, and limit junk food. A small number of expectant mothers may experience 'pica' due to a lack of certain minerals and vitamins, or it may be influenced by hormonal changes; there is currently no relevant conclusion in medicine.
During pregnancy, hormonal changes may lead expectant mothers to enjoy some strange smells, but generally, this does not significantly affect their health or the fetus. After the first three months, these cravings usually diminish. However, if there is an extreme liking for a certain 'peculiar' smell, it may indicate a deficiency in certain nutrients, especially iron!If an expectant mother shows tendencies of 'pica', she should seek help from a doctor promptly, allowing the doctor to make a professional assessment and propose solutions. The doctor will inquire about her medical history, conduct relevant tests, especially to check for iron deficiency and other mineral and vitamin deficiencies. Then, psychological counseling will be provided, teaching her how to control herself and find suitable substitutes when she cannot resist, such as chewing gum.
The process of life creation brings endless surprises but also tests the physical and mental well-being of expectant mothers. Many mothers express that after becoming pregnant, not only do their taste preferences change drastically, but their tempers also tend to become uncontrollable. Therefore, fathers and family members must provide sufficient understanding, tolerance, and care, trying to accommodate the expectant mother's harmless 'quirks' while helping to correct any sudden harmful 'hobbies'.
Expectant mothers can participate in prenatal classes, communicate and learn with experienced individuals, and build confidence in becoming good new mothers; they can cultivate hobbies that nurture their body and mind, such as flower arranging, reading, or listening to soothing music, to avoid excessive emotional fluctuations; at the same time, they should pay attention to the signals their bodies send, regularly undergo various prenatal checks, and seek help from professional doctors in a timely manner.
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